The decision to expel the Russian military attaché from Britain was taken on 8 May. The authoritative message from the British government reported that steps had been taken towards Russia, among which there was just ** the expulsion of the Russian military attaché as an unreported military intelligence officer**. In addition, the British government has decided to remove the position of diplomatic posts to respective Russian properties in the UK, including Seacox Heath – a Russian property in Sussex – and the Trade and Defence Section in Highgate, which were most likely utilized for intelligence purposes. The UK Government has besides imposed fresh restrictions on Russian diplomatic visas, including the limited time that Russian diplomats can be present in the UK.
